Proactive Appointments

2nd Line Infrastructure Engineer - ON SITE 5 DAYS A WEEK We are working with a fantastic client of ours who have a great opportunity for the right individual. They are looking for a dynamic individual who wants to join a progressive team where they can grow both personally and career wise. We are looking for an IT Infrastructure Engineer (2nd Line) to join our IT Team. This role is ideal for someone who is a problem-solver with a solid understanding of IT systems and ready to collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Support & Maintenance 2nd Line Support Networking User Support & Training Project Work Compliance Key Skills and Experience Proven experience in a 2nd line support or similar role. Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy. Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V. Proficiency in desktop support, including Windows 10/11 and Office 365. Networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, VLANs). Familiarity with ITSM tools and ticketing systems. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Technical Support Engineer - Automation Our client is looking for a Technical Support Engineer to join ASAP on a long term contract. The role will be hybrid working and deemed Inside IR35. Hybrid working Inside IR35 Key skills & experience Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues Including understanding of user permission levels, domain configuration, group policy objects and execution of SUDO Policies in UNIX/Windows. Understanding of protocols such as HTTP, TCP, FTP/SFTP, SOAP and REST Experience with troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark, Traceroute Solid understanding of object-oriented programming skills (Java strongly preferred) Strong troubleshooting/root cause isolation skills Demonstrated creative problem-solving approach and strong analytical skills Must be proficient with analysing log files and standard debugging concept Familiarity with tools & practices of the trade such as incident management, knowledgebase, defect & escalation management Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Code debugging and troubleshooting Network and Operating System debugging skills Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

2nd Line Infrastructure Engineer - ON SITE 5 DAYS A WEEK We are working with a fantastic client of ours who have a great opportunity for the right individual. They are looking for a dynamic individual who wants to join a progressive team where they can grow both personally and career wise. We are looking for an IT Infrastructure Engineer (2nd Line) to join our IT Team. This role is ideal for someone who is a problem-solver with a solid understanding of IT systems and ready to collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Support & Maintenance 2nd Line Support Networking User Support & Training Project Work Compliance Key Skills and Experience Proven experience in a 2nd line support or similar role. Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy. Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V. Proficiency in desktop support, including Windows 10/11 and Office 365. Networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, VLANs). Familiarity with ITSM tools and ticketing systems. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Pensions - Defined Benefit - Data & Implementation Analyst Our client is looking for a Data & Implementation Analyst with a strong background in Pensions and Defined Benefit. The role will be initially 3 months with a view to renew thereafter. Inside IR35 Remote working Market rates - Depending on Experience Keys skills/experience Strong background working in the pensions industry for administrators or an insurance company Data Mapping Excellent Excel skills Defined Benefit - DB pensions, pension scheme administration requirements Good analytical skills Provide assistance to Data and Onboarding Service Manager and Senior Implementation Manager Leading new scheme implementations, data cleanse and operational data analysis and pension scheme buy outs Acting as the initial point of contact for all implementation queries from the Third Party Administrator and the Operational team DB de-risking administration requirements Experience of DB Corporate Pensions and understanding of Life and Pensions Industry Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Our client is recruiting for a proactive and technically skilled Student Records System - SITS Technical Support Analyst to join their Digital Services team. This is a vital role that supports and enhances the student experience by ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and development of the SITS student records system and eVision portal. You'll act as a key technical point of contact, resolving issues, supporting system upgrades, contributing to development projects, and helping deliver solutions that meet evolving academic and administrative needs. Key Responsibilities Provide technical support for the SITS student records system and its integrations. Diagnose and resolve bugs, log solutions, and escalate issues when necessary. Work with Senior Application Developers on large-scale and complex developments. Deliver small-scale development tasks independently using SITS tools, HTML, and JavaScript. Support quality assurance, software updates, and version releases. Participate in change management and testing of new features. Ensure compliance with Data Protection, GDPR, and Cyber Security standards. Essential: Degree-level education (or equivalent experience). Experience using the Tribal SITS:Vision/eVision system. Knowledge of web technologies (HTML, JavaScript, JQuery, CSS). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills and experience working in collaborative teams. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and understanding of relational databases and SQL. Understanding of student data and its use in Higher Education. Desirable: Knowledge of StuTalk, APIs, and system integration mechanisms. Experience in Agile/Lean environments, or secure development practices. Experience in Higher Education or technical support roles. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Junior Change Manager Gateshead - Hybrid working Up to £35,000pa depending on experience Full time permanent role My client, based in Gateshead, are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Change Manager/Coordinator to oversee the organisation's change management processes. This role encompasses managing changes across software products, business processes, tools, and technologies. This is a brand new function for the organisation and they are looking for someone who is up for the challenge of helping to build and mould this new function, which is expected to grow with you and offers excellent future career growth opportunities Key Responsibilities Comprehensive Change Management Oversight Change Request Assessment Facilitate Change Approval Transition to Project Management Project Manager Workload Reporting Pipeline Project Coordination Risk Coordination and Escalation Project Manager Support Outcome Review and QA Integration Documentation and Reporting Process Improvement Skills & Experience Demonstrated experience in change management within a software delivery or IT environment. Experience coordinating projects and working within a PMO setting. Change Management Knowledge Analytical and Reporting Skills Risk Management Expertise Organisational and Coordination Skills Problem-Solving Abilities Effective communication and interpersonal skills Familiarity with ITIL frameworks and Agile methodologies is a plus Preferred Qualifications ITIL Foundation Certification Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 Certification Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

IT Administrator - Guildford - Perm Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 pa Hybrid 2 days on site We are on the lookout for an IT Administrator who is looking to develop and grow their IT career to the next level. IT Administrator Responsibilities: Serve as the first point of contact for end-user technical issues (hardware, software, connectivity). Provide timely and effective troubleshooting and issue resolution. Set up, configure, and maintain laptops, desktops, and peripherals for new and existing users and ensure delivery of equipment to users in different locations if necessary Administer users and groups in Active Directory and Microsoft 365 Maintain accurate records of IT support requests, asset logs, and procurement details. Help answer all trouble calls/emails and enters work orders into our CRM software. IT Administrator Skills: Minimum two years hands-on work experience, Good level of Active Directory and Microsoft Office 365 Proven ability to set up and configure laptops and other hardware Benefits 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays PMI (full BUPA Cover) Pension Life insurance (3xSalary) Discounted High Street Vouchers Bike Scheme Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Surgical Robotics Software Lead Engineer - Cambridge - Perm Salary: £40,000 - £70,000 pa Location: Cambridge 5 days a week on site My client can provide Sponsorship for the right candidate Our client is a global advisory and product development company are looking for a Surgical Robotics Software Lead Engineer in the Cambridge area. Your expertise in surgical robotics, software coding, and technical project management will be crucial for this role. You will be responsible for the implementation of advanced surgical robotic software control systems. You will lead a project team of software engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects. Surgical Robotics Software Lead Engineer Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of surgical robotic software systems for client projects. Design and develop software applications and control algorithms for surgical robotics systems using Object Oriented languages (C# and C++) and/or Embedded code (C) Collaborating with electronics, mechanical and systems engineers to integrate software with hardware components and mechanical robotics platforms Surgical Robotics Software Lead Engineer Skills: Proven experience in leading surgical robotic software development as a product following medical development processes. Experience designing software for Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS). Proficiency in modern Object Oriented languages (C#, C++) and Embedded code (C). Solid understanding of robotics principles, including kinematics, dynamics, and control theory with robotics frameworks, communications Middleware and digital position controllers. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Senior Catastrophe Risk Manager Hybrid As a Senior Catastrophe Risk Manager you will be responsible for building a small (4 Direct reports), high-performing team responsible for producing comprehensive portfolio roll-ups, regulatory returns, and conducting in-depth peril investigations. You will drive process improvements and support model validation efforts to ensure the business meets both internal and external expectations. You will be reporting into the Director of CAT Risk and join the CAT Risk leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career and drive real change as we continue to grow their CAT Risk function. What Will You Do? Lead and manage the production of portfolio roll-ups and regulatory returns to ensure compliance and accuracy. Oversee peril investigations to assess and understand risk exposures for key regions and perils. Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in catastrophe risk operations. Validate catastrophe models, working closely with internal teams and external vendors to ensure accuracy and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business needs and regulatory requirements. Mentor and develop team members, fostering an environment of innovation, learning, and continuous improvement. Ensure timely and effective communication of risk insights to senior management and stakeholders. Act as a subject matter expert focused in one or more of the following catastrophe risk evaluation areas: CAT model framework, monitoring aggregation profiles, development of catastrophe view of risk, and/or performing risk reward analysis. Develop and analyse business and market results, identify trends, and formulate hypotheses for potential future research and analysis. Partner with the business to establish and monitor one or more of the following: CAT underwriting strategy, development of hazard maps, and/or metric standards including data quality, data feed attributes, concentration metrics, and profitability ratios. Maintain knowledge of Data Repository & Catastrophe Ecosystem for metrics, reports and exposure data. May lead CAT Event Response coordination across the enterprise, producing impacted exposure summaries for major events, and providing guidance to executive, claim, reserving and analytical teams. May lead or participate on post event reviews for catastrophe perils. Perform and apply judgement to appropriately identify current or future problems or opportunities, analyse, synthesize and compare information to understand issues, identify cause/effect relationships, and develop proposals and begin to make decisions independently. Lead and direct enterprise-wide projects. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Significant relevant analytics experience. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite, SQL, geospatial, statistical packages or other programs used to retrieve and analyze data. Progress toward Certified Specialist in Catastrophe Risk (CSCR) designation or CAT model designation from leading 3rd party vendor such as Verisk Certified Extreme Event Modeler (CEEM). Project or people management experience Experience leading and managing complex projects. Thorough knowledge and understanding of Catastrophe Risk Modeling components including model output and metrics. Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management. Collaborate with business partners to set project goals and make recommendations for improvements. What is a Must Have? Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), Business, or a related field. Considerable relevant analytics experience Proven experience in catastrophe risk management, with strong knowledge of portfolio roll-ups, regulatory reporting, and model validation within the Lloyd's market. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate an enthusiastic and fast-paced team. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on improving processes and delivering results. Familiarity with catastrophe models (preferably AIR) and understanding of key perils such as hurricanes, earthquakes, sever convective storms, wildfire and floods. Effective communication skills, with the ability to present complex risk concepts to diverse stakeholders. Detail-oriented with strong organisational and project management skills. Senior Catastrophe Risk Manager Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

IT Applications Support Analyst Our client is looking for an Applications Support Analyst to start ASAP. You will be responsible for the administration and support of all their business applications. This role is pivotal to the success of the business, providing first line support to ensure efficient function and fast issue resolution across the business. Key Skills & Experience Strong business application knowledge. Logical troubleshooting capability Strong verbal and written communication skills Good organisation skills Ability to take part in workshops with business users to gather requirements for changes within applications Quality and objective analysis of data and process Understanding of SQL, Power BI and API's Good understanding of Microsoft packages, Office, Visio and Project Key responsibilities Provide support to the Business Change team for system changes and projects as required Responsible for understanding and implementing system configuration required in support of new or changed functionality. To assist users with identifying test areas, writing test scripts and carrying out User Acceptance Testing with the business when required to do so Assist with the User Acceptance testing of new or changed functionality as determined by the Business Change team. Identifying test areas, writing test scripts and carrying out User Acceptance Testing with the business. Ensuring that any new or updated services are transitioned into support and that it's been fully accepted in terms of support guides (both user and admin support), escalations paths. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Test Analyst Our client is looking for a Test Analyst to be responsible for the Test Execution for multiple Projects/Maintenance Cycles from Development through to Go-Live. As Test Analyst you will work with all departments to ensure quality deliverables, building strong relationships between the business and IT delivering software through Agile methodology. From time to time you will be required to perform software tests, following best practice to ensure quality and correct documentation of test procedures in all areas of software testing. You will be responsible for the development and implementation of documented test cases. Executing tests, preparing test reports, and working closely with relevant departments and stakeholders to report defects when required. Experience & skills • Proven track record in software test roles doing hands-on testing • Must have experience in Agile/Scrum models • Strong Testing experience with API, Cross Platform Testing, Cross Browser Testing, Web, Mobile and Tablet • Strong Testing Experience in Non-Functional testing • Experience of working with Test Management tools like JIRA, TFS, ALM • Familiar with C# .NET, HTML, SQL & Java • Good Experience of working with SQL and SQL Management Studio. • Excellent knowledge in Postman & SOAP UI for API Testing • Must be able to work closely with the BA & development teams • A strong team member and player • Strong attention to detail • Excellent English verbal and written communication skills • Excellent interpersonal skills Beneficial skills/experience • Automation skills experience creating and maintaining automation frameworks and scripts in line with coding standards will be an added advantage • Demonstrated experience writing test scripts from scratch in C# .net will be an added advantage • Experience working with Selenium Webdriver • Previous work experience within the logistics industry • ISTQB Advance level Test Analyst or equivalent certification in software Testing Benefits • UK's Best Workplaces and Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2023 • Annual performance-based bonus incentives • Real time, 360-degree performance feedback • Full private health insurance through healthcare partner, Vitality Health • Group Life Insurance and Income Protection • BUPA Dental Insurance • 23 days holiday, rising to 26 days per years' service + all UK Bank Holidays • Holiday buy/sell scheme • Employer pension contributions up to 10% • AIG LifeWorks employee assistance programme (EAP) - 24/7 support for mental, financial, physical and emotional wellbeing • Work-life balance - flexible working and work from home • Professional development including learning and development, individual development plans, formal mentorship programs, professional tuition reimbursement Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Reporting Analyst Somerset - Up to £50k per annum - Hybrid Our client in Somerset are seeking a skilled Reporting Analyst to join their growing team focused on delivering high-impact reporting and analytics solutions. In this role, you'll work closely with stakeholders across the business to transform complex data into clear, actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain reports and dashboards using tools like Power BI, Tableau, and SSRS. Extract, clean, and validate large datasets to ensure accuracy and integrity. Collaborate with teams to gather reporting requirements and deliver tailored solutions. Identify opportunities to automate and improve reporting processes. What We're Looking For: 2+ years in an analytical/reporting role. Strong SQL skills and experience with reporting tools (SSRS, Power BI Report Builder). Familiarity with Tableau and Power BI. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Bonus: Experience with Python and/or Databricks. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

AWS Cloud Engineer - Hybrid Our client is urgently looking for an experienced AWS Cloud Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, the role is hybrid, with 6 days per month required on-site in London. You will be tasked with building AWS applications code as well as being involved in automating the implementation of the underlying infrastructure. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including discretionary bonus (5-10%), annual leave/can request further holidays (unlimited leave policy), pension contribution of 9% total,life assurance 4x salary, private medical insurance, permanent health insurance, income protection, eye tests, dental insurance, cycle to work scheme and many, many more perks! AWS Cloud Engineer - Key Skills: Computer Science/Engineering related Bachelor's degree, or Master's degree, or 5 years of equivalent work-related experience Three years or more of industry experience 5+ years' AWS experience (in a business environment) 1+ years' experience in a DevOps role 1+ years' experience in operating a production platform 1+ years' experience in Kubernetes Solid understanding of microservices development Solid understanding of Typescript/JavaScript, Linux, Windows and Networking layers Working knowledge of AWS Step Functions, Lambdas and API Gateways Working in an agile environment A passion for continuous learning, as well as the ability to learn quickly and apply new skills AWS Cloud Engineer - Hybrid Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

IT Security Manager Hybrid We are seeking an experienced IT Security Manager to lead our clients security function across the EMEA region. Reporting to the Head of IT Infrastructure, you will manage a team of internal security analysts as well as external consultants and managed services providers. This role requires strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with IT Infrastructure teams across multiple European sites, as well as wider business units within the group. The successful candidate will take ownership of their Information Security Management System (ISMS) , supporting ISO 27001 certification, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and safeguarding our IT assets. You will also play a proactive role in shaping and delivering future security programmes as part of the Global IT Security Team. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the IT security team, including outsourced SOC/MDR/DFIR providers. Maintain and enhance our ISMS, including policies, procedures, registers, and reports. Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, ISAE 3402 Type II, and NIS2 requirements. Prepare and present regular security reports to senior management. Liaise with external auditors, customers, and vendors as required. Conduct regular security assessments, penetration tests, and risk analyses. Monitor networks and systems for breaches, incidents, and vulnerabilities. Respond to and manage security incidents, including investigation, mitigation, and reporting. Oversee user access controls, identity management, and data protection measures. Lead Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) planning and testing. Manage and deliver IT security awareness training for staff and end users. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. Professional certification (CISM, CISSP, or equivalent) required. 7+ years' experience in IT security, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role. Strong knowledge of ISO 27001, ISAE 3402, and related frameworks. Experience with security technologies such as XDR, MDR, EDR, SIEM, NAC, IDS/IPS, and SASE. Proven background in incident response, risk management, and ISMS operation. Essential Skills Demonstrated leadership and team management experience. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritise effectively and perform under pressure. What they Offer An influential leadership role in a global organisation. Opportunity to shape security programmes and strategy at an international level. Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional development and certification support. If you are a proven IT Security leader with the vision, expertise, and drive to safeguard critical systems and data, we would like to hear from you. IT Security Manager Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacte

We are seeking a talented Cyber Security / SOC Manager to join a highly skilled Cyber Security SOC team within a leading internationally advanced technology solution provider As SOC Manager you must be capable and experienced to lead the day-to-day operations of our Security Operations Centre. This is a hands-on, with on-call role that requires strong technical knowledge, operational leadership, and the ability to drive both people and processes forward Must have the ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC). Duties include: Lead a shift-based SOC team delivering 24/7 security operations and incident response. Act as a senior technical escalation point for complex or high-impact incidents. Be front of house to customers for SOC technical matters and supporting within customer DDQs. Configure, tune, and support core SOC technologies across detection, response, and monitoring. Oversee alert triage, playbook execution, and incident coordination. Drive continuous improvement in alert quality, detection logic, and automation. Collaborate with cyber engineering teams to onboard and integrate new log sources. Take ownership of team documentation, shift handover processes, and playbook quality. Required experience: Proven experience in a leadership or senior role within a Security Operations Centre. Strong technical skills in areas such as alerting, incident response, and log analysis. Comfortable working hands-on with detection and monitoring technologies such as Microsoft Sentinel. Strong understanding of log pipelines, event correlation, and alert tuning. Familiarity with TCP/IP networking, proxies, DNS, endpoint telemetry, and OS-level security controls. Experience working within shift-based or 24/7 environments. Ability to manage and coordinate incidents, balancing urgency with process. Experience introducing or improving SOC tooling, integrations, or detection frameworks. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

IT Governance Officer The successful candidate will serve as the subject matter expert on the IT operational risk assessment, controls and governance ("IT GRC"). Sitting within the IT team and acting as the first line of defence. You will closely partner with internal IT teams, Business OPC, Central IT OPC and other control functions to strengthen IT operational processes. Key experience required IT Operational Permanent Control (OPC) Assessment Group Cybersecurity Assessment IT Audits Client Due Diligence Questionnaire and Security clauses The successful candidate will have strong and relevant experience in IT governance and operational risk management in a similar sized organisation. Knowledge of external certifications and the ability to audit the organisation's conformance to those standards; Working experience within ISO 27001 / NIST standards Good level of experience and competency within an IT OPC and Governance environment. Personal experience of implementing high quality standards (ideally ISO etc.) within an organisation and the ability to drive quality standards through the organisation. Desirable qualifications ITIL Life cycle / Capability certification ISACA Certificate in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) CISA certification Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Contract Actuarial Calculations Analyst - Defined Benefits Our client is looking for an Actuarial Calculations Analyst with Defined Benefits experience. The assignment has been initially scoped for 3 - 6 months with potential to extend beyond long term thereafter. The role has been deemed Inside IR35. Fully remote working Inside IR35 Market rates Skills & experience Solid Actuarial experience Defined Benefit experience Calculations Experience of completing member options calculations. Able to provide calculation support for standard and non-standard member option calculations Analyse new scheme benefit data and enable automated tool (to run and maximise outputs in order to remove manual calculations support). Strong IT skills, particularly Excel Knowledge of technical actuarial concepts, specifically principles underlying bulk annuity pricing Awareness of DB buy in/buy out market, life insurance/relevant regulation. Any experience of GMP would be a distinct advantage Support Head of True up, DB Actuary and DB Senior Actuarial Analyst in accurate and timely delivery of data true ups. Carry out all necessary BAU work for in force business which includes scheme valuations. Prepare individual member calculations and ensure they are delivered in a timely and accurate manner. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Contract Actuarial Calculations Analyst - Defined Benefits Our client is looking for an Actuarial Calculations Analyst with Defined Benefits experience. The assignment has been initially scoped for 3 - 6 months with potential to extend beyond long term thereafter. The role has been deemed Inside IR35. Fully remote working Inside IR35 Market rates Skills & experience Solid Actuarial experience Defined Benefit experience Calculations Experience of completing member options calculations. Able to provide calculation support for standard and non-standard member option calculations Analyse new scheme benefit data and enable automated tool (to run and maximise outputs in order to remove manual calculations support). Strong IT skills, particularly Excel Knowledge of technical actuarial concepts, specifically principles underlying bulk annuity pricing Awareness of DB buy in/buy out market, life insurance/relevant regulation. Experience of pensions or investment consultancy, life insurer or reinsurer. Any experience of GMP would be a distinct advantage Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website